Success Memoirs

The author conceived of this project while a visiting research scholar at Wellesley Centers for Women in the 1990s. The stories were so compelling that she decided they must be made available to the general public rather than merely to an academic audience. The book is based on extensive interviews with highly successful women scientists and artists who were ages 65 to 95 when the author met them.

Like lots of college grads, Daniel Seddiqui was having a hard time finding a job. But despite more than 40 rejections, he knew opportunities had to exist. So he set out on an extraordinary quest: 50 jobs in 50 states in 50 weeks. And not just any jobs; he chose professions that reflected the culture and economy of each state, working as everything from a cheesemaker in Wisconsin, a border patrol agent in Arizona, and a meatpacker in Kansas to a lobsterman in Maine, a surfing instructor in Hawaii, and more.

Nach seinem Besteller "Setze dir größere Ziele!" beleuchtet Zitelmann in seinem neuen Buch wieder ganz ungewöhnlich erfolgreiche Menschen: Persönlichkeiten, die trotz Behinderung geradezu Übermenschliches geleistet haben: Ein Blinder, der die 7 höchsten Gipfel der Welt bestiegen hat, ein Weltreisender, der schon vor 200 Jahren blind 400.000 Kilometer zurücklegte, ein Motivationsredner ohne Arme und Beine, eine erfolgreiche Unternehmerin im Rollstuhl, eine Schriftstellerin - taubstumm und blind - und ein weltberühmter Schauspieler mit Parkinson.

In the fast-moving industry of technology, many current and upcoming professionals are faced with decisions that affect their careers and by extension their livelihoods. Many believe that the advice given to them from their well-respected peers and higher-ups serves as a primary basis for attaining the seemingly unattainable. In this eye-opening and controversial memoir, an industry expert sheds light on why traditional career advice is often misguided by proving, with his experience, that there are more effective alternatives to professional growth than what you have been told.

Most of us have one reaction when we hear the name Joe Profit; we think, can that really be his name? It seems all too fitting that one of the most prominent businessmen in America could have a surname that literally defines financial success. But Joe Profit's story is about much more than success in the business field, it is about success in all fields of life.

What happens when an ordinary teenager has to turn into a warrior just to survive? And can the journey through post-traumatic stress disorder really become an “adventure"? Amy had ambitious plans for college and a Broadway career, until her stomach exploded a week before senior prom. As a survivor - and “thriver” - of abuse and extensive medical, she creates a tapestry made from each thread of her journey, empowering others to find gratitude in every setback and discover their own infinite inner strength.

In It’s All in the Lyrics: How Music Helped Me Heal and Find My Voice, Tony Kessel invites you on a deeply personal journey where music becomes more than background noise—it’s a transformative force that shapes his life. From the echoes of his parents’ divorce to navigating his own mental health struggles, Tony’s story unfolds like the lyrics of a powerful song.

As one of Marriott’s first franchisees, Bruce White built a highly successful and widely respected hospitality company. From roadside hotels to some of the largest and most experiential urban hotels in the United States, White’s visionary leadership led to the development of over 200 hotels and 60 independently branded restaurants across the country. For four decades, he inspired hospitality entrepreneurs, introducing groundbreaking concepts such as the first dual- and tri-brand hotels.

Sport: A Stage for Life aims not just to inspire you, but to guide you in applying the lessons of sport so that you may evolve in your own journey of self-development and transformation. You will learn how a father and his daughter applied these lessons in building successful corporate careers and enriching their personal lives.

Success Reinvention will take you behind the scenes of one of the foremost thought leaders of our time. As an innovative entrepreneur, a brilliant medical doctor, and visionary leader, Dr. Castro's recipe for success will allow you to break through even the most difficult obstacles and setbacks in life. When you listen to this audiobook and take action, you will find that your dreams manifest into reality, and your success is always in your control to invent and reinvent at every stage of your life.

This book continues Chicken Soup for the Soul's focus on inspiration and hope in these difficult times. These inspirational stories remind us that each day holds something to be thankful for - whether it is having the sun shine or having food on the table. These stories of gratitude, getting back to basics, recovering from adversity, and silver linings remind us of the simple pleasures of family, home, health, and inexpensive good times.

What if escaping tyranny was just the beginning of your fight for true freedom? Are you trapped in a life that feels like it was designed by someone else? Do you wonder what it would take to truly break free from the invisible constraints holding you back? Have you ever longed to reinvent yourself but feared the cost would be too great? In this powerful memoir, Ariel Peña-Martínez recounts his harrowing journey from Cuba's repressive regime to building a new life in America.

Si usted cree en la reencarnación o en vidas pasadas, entonces Emilio Scotto es Marco Polo o Cristóbal Colón o David Livingstone. Porque en la tradición de los grandes exploradores, Emilio Scotto se embarcó en un viaje que nunca se había realizado, solo que en su caso se estableció alrededor de un mundo aparentemente conocido y explorado. Lo que encontró fue todo lo contrario. Su aventura fue tan aterradora y peligrosa como cualquiera realizada por aquellos grandes hombres de leyenda.

Since she was a child, Lisa wanted to help. Whether it was rescuing a blind duck at a park or defending her younger brother against bullying when he experienced severe asthma attacks—Lisa always found herself in the role of a helper during times of crisis. As an adult, a phone call at four o’clock in the morning launched a trifecta of trauma that changed Lisa’s life forever. When her family’s world imploded, Lisa felt as if she had become irrevocably damaged. Instead, she discovered her calling during a sunrise walk along the beach at the height of her son’s illness.

My purpose was handed to me in the shape of an envelope, a simple paper container with a sealable flap that holds a little bit of hope for our everyday heroes. As it turned out, a life of stationery was my destiny, not a stationary life. And it all began on the heels of a broken heart. For the better part of my life, I dreamed of and even prayed for an epic love story, and this is a love story on so many levels. I just never expected it to come at such a great toll. But then again, if you look back through the course of history, the greatest love stories always do.

This audiobook covers Trump's journey, from beginnings in business right through to current-day President Trump. It explores how he did it and the lessons we can learn, finishing off with Donald Trump's rules for a successful life. The aim of this audiobook is to be educational and inspirational with actionable principles you can incorporate into your own life straight from the man himself.

Homeless. Addicted. Alone. Ron Worley hit rock bottom, but climbed his way back and into money, a successful business, and fulfillment. Now, he is helping others do the same. Negative circumstances can overshadow a life of purpose. Making the brave hard choices can seem impossible. Yet, you don’t have to accept mediocrity. Your growth is your choice. If trauma and failure have set you adrift, it’s time to step up with Ditches to Riches.

From the co founder of the Vera Bradley empire, a practical and inspiring book that shows women how to awaken their full potential at any age.

Throughout her life, Alexandra Penney's worst fear was becoming a bag lady. Even as she worked several jobs while raising a son as a single mother, wrote a multimillion-dollar best-selling advice book, and became editor in chief of Self magazine, she was haunted by the image of herself alone, bankrupt, and living on the street. And then, one day, that's exactly what happened.

Many people - perhaps four out of five or more - are dissatisfied with their jobs. Why not pursue a dream? It’s up to you to create your custom-tailored career and define success your way. But how? Combine your burning passion with drive, determination, strategy, and commitment to pay it forward; find and nurture mentor support, stay steady on your path, and see the fireworks. Success on Your Own Terms will show you exactly how to do it.